Was it a king’s duty to pose for hours, immortalized in bronze? The Statue of George VI stands here, a silent observer of Hong Kong’s vibrant tapestry. This bronze monarch, crafted by the skilled hands of Gilbert Ledward, arrived in 1958. It commemorates not just a king, but a century of British presence in Hong Kong, marking the 100th anniversary from 1841 to 1941. The statue has a predecessor, a tribute to Sir Arthur Kennedy, Hong Kong’s seventh governor. His likeness once occupied this very spot, a testament to his service from 1872 to 1877. During the Japanese occupation from 1941 to 1945, Kennedy’s statue met a different fate. It was shipped to Japan and melted down, a casualty of war. Now, George VI reigns in bronze, a reminder of a complex history. He stands as a symbol of an era, replaced, yet present. The Statue of George VI in Hong Kong’s Zoological and Botanical Gardens offers more than just a photo opportunity. It offers a glimpse into the layers of history that have shaped this dynamic city.
Hauptfriedhof
Lost in time stands the Hauptfriedhof Trier. A tranquil expanse in the bustling city it’s more than just a cemetery.